Strider 2 (Europe 991213)

Capcom’s Strider 2, released in Europe in December 1999, continues the action established by its predecessor. This single-player arcade game combines fast-paced platforming with fighting elements as you control Strider Hiryu, a cybernetic ninja on a mission. Players navigate scrolling environments, leaping across gaps and battling a variety of enemies using a powerful plasma blade and other ranged weaponry. The gameplay revolves around chaining attacks and utilizing the environment to overcome obstacles and defeat foes. As an export release originally developed in Japan under the title Strider Hiryu 2, this version provides a direct continuation of that storyline, though details about the narrative are best explored through its Japanese counterpart. Strider 2 builds upon the established series foundation, offering a challenging and dynamic experience for players seeking a blend of precision platforming and intense combat in an arcade setting. Ports to Sony PlayStation consoles followed in Europe and North America within the next year.